Join in the fun with Rodney’s Rotten Game Show - featuring the adorable minions, Mel and Gru - and watch out for a surprise Minion Mob as they escape out of jail to perform musical hits! While you’re there, put your skills to the test with their themed-games - such as Minion Toss, Silly Space Killer and Minion Mishap.

2. Singapore Coffee Festival

Coffee enthusiasts are in for a treat this month - the Singapore Coffee Festival is back for its 2nd year, with over 100 participating exhibitors - including pioneers in Singapore’s coffee industry. Come on down if you’re keen to more about our local kopi heritage, or if you’re just a coffee addict - it’s gonna be a coffee haven!

3. Singapasar 2017

Soak in the patriotic mood and join this year’s Singapasar over the National Day weekend. This indoor pasar malam will feature first-to-market items, made by our very own local design talents. Be sure to get first dibs on these exclusive items before they run out!

4. Civic District Outdoor Festival: When Time Stood Still

Themed “When Time Stood Still”, the Civic District Outdoor Festival will bring art to another level - transforming the Civic District into a spectacle of eye-catching light installations, art markets and pop-up food booths.

Lay your picnic mats out at the Padang and feast on amazing grub, while being entertained by live performances featuring local artistes Nat Ho & Gayle Nerva, Micapella, and Jack & Rai.

5. SG Book Deals’ Books Box Sale

Calling all bookworms: it’s time to bring out your inner kiasu auntie at this fill-all-you-can “book buffet” box sale. They have an extensive array of books which caters to all ages - there’s nothing you can’t find there! All you gotta do is pick out as many books as you’d like and pack them into a carton for a fee of $50.

6. Michael Chiang’s Army Daze 2

Singapore’s all-time favourite comedy is returning for its long awaited sequel - following the lives of the characters 3 decades later, this time in a play. Look forward to lots of funny moments with its star-studded cast including Hossan Leong, Ebi Shankara, Chua Enlai and Oon Shu An.

7. Illustration Arts Fest 2017

Here’s something for all the art lovers out there - Illustration Arts Fest (IAF) is Singapore’s very first festival focusing on original creations by independent illustrators. The event will be accompanied by workshops, live drawing sessions, portraits and book signings all day. So head on down to get inspired and support our local illustrators and art vendors!

8. Singapore Night Festival 2017

The highly anticipated Night Festival is back! Watch the streets of Bras Basah come alive with eye-popping art installations and breathtaking live performances. Expect some familiar performances as they’ll be bringing back 10 previous crowd favourites - including Bloco Singapura, Starlight Academy, and The Brass Barre - in celebration of its 10th edition this year!

9. Festival for Good

Be #partofthegood and and shop for a cause at the Festival For Good, where some stalls sell products designed by marginalised communities - such as people with disabilities and ex-offenders - giving them a platform to showcase their handmade merchandise.

Look forward to pop-up booths offering a variety of goods - from health products, to fashion and food - as well as live performances that will keep your head bobbing all day long.

10. Cat Yoga Adoption Drive

Grab your yoga mats, and join CELL for a Cat Yoga session to take respite from the daily grind. It’s been scientifically proven that cats help you relax - so that makes practicing yoga in the presence of these felines the purr-fect stress reliever.

They’re offering 2 free yoga classes and participation is limited to 20 per class The event will be hosting an adoption drive as well, so head down if you’re thinking of adding a new furry addition to your family!

THINGS TO DO

Marina Square’s Foodiegram Sundays series is perfect for those who are looking to achieve aesthetically pleasing food pictures for the ‘gram. Pick a Sunday of your choice and look forward to learning food photography techniques as you feast on nosh by participating restaurants, including Tenkaichi, Collin’s, and Le Garden - all for $24 (worth over $40)

2. Laugh out loud with Kumar

Don’t miss our one and only Kumar at Canvas Club as he pokes fun at all things taboo in Singapore - from sex to race, religion and politics. Get ready to laugh til’ your stomach hurts as he cracks no-holds-barred jokes all night long!

3. Catch Benjamin Kheng’s film debut in Wonder Boy

Catch The Sam Willows’ Benjamin Kheng as he makes his film debut in an upcoming local production, Wonder Boy - coming to cinemas August 3rd. Set in 1970s Singapore, the movie is based on how local veteran singer-songwriter, Dick Lee, started out in the industry - leading to the release of his very first album.

4. Watch a movie under the stars with Films At The Fort

If your idea of a perfect night is watching a movie outdoors under the night sky on a beanbag, Films At The Fort will be right up your alley. And while you’re at it, you can also enjoy gourmet food and wine by The Providore - a level-up from the usual nachos and popcorn.

This event will be happening almost every day during the month of August - with different award-winning films like Grease, Baywatch and Hidden Figures being screened.

5. Walk in the shoes of the visually impaired in The Dark Room Experience

Most of us tend to take our sight for granted - but The Dark Room Experience at Esplanade will change that as you walk in the shoes of the blind. The 30-minute experience will give you a new outlook on life and help you better-empathise with the blind community as you immerse yourself in complete darkness, depending on everything else but your sight.

6. Satisfy your atas food cravings at The Epicurean Market 2017

Foodies, it’s that time of the year again. Experience a gastronomic adventure at the prestigious Epicurean Market for only $39 - giving you a 3-day excess to top-notch food, wine and fresh produce.

And if you’ve always aspired to become a chef, you can take that step to fulfilling your dream with over 20 different masterclasses, where you’ll be privy to culinary secrets from celebrity chefs like Tetsuya Wakuda, Nancy Silverton and David Myers.

7. Chug your Friday night away with affordable hawker craft beers

There are some Friday nights where you just wanna dress down, yet still be able to chug some good beer with your drink kakis - and you can do just that at our humble hawker centres’ craft beer stalls, at affordable prices starting from just $5 for half a pint too.

8. Cop yourself free stuff at Singapore’s Really Really Free Market

Let’s be honest - if there’s one word we love more than “sale”, it’s “free”. Singapore’s Really Really Free Market (SRRFM) is based on the concept of giving and sharing, and everything here is free-for-all. Not only are there booths offering pre-loved books and clothing, there are also people offering yoga classes, live music and art, and tarot card-readings - all for zero fees.

9. Immerse yourself in Japanese culture at the Japanese Lifestyle Expo

Here’s one for the Japanophiles - step out of your comfort zone and experience all things Japanese at Singapore’s first Japanese Lifestyle Expo. Learn more about Japanese culture as in their exciting line-up of activities - from miso-making classes to free hair styling services by Japanese salons.

10. Get your work done at comfortable study spots with free WiFi and food

We’re all too familiar with the struggle of trying to find a study spot where you can mug all day without getting chased out halfway. With exams coming ‘round the corner, stressing over conducive places to study is probably the last thing you need right now. Check this article out for rental study spots - including one with complimentary pool and gym access!

Things to do in August 2017

Catching the annual NDP fireworks is only a fraction of what August has in store for us. With a myriad of exciting happenings this month, there’s lots for everyone and anyone to partake in - whether you’re a coffee connoisseur, bookworm, or art lover!